#InstaHack: how researchers were able to take over the Instagram App using a malicious image
By Staff Writer 25 September 2020Earlier this year, Check Point researchers found a critical vulnerability in the Instagram app that would have given an attacker the ability to take over a victim’s Instagram account, and turn their... FULL STORY >
Vodacom Business and Mezzanine partner up to prevent water wastage
By Staff Writer 30 July 2020Vodacom Business and Mezzanine detailed a partnership on how the companies are working together to address the problem of water wastage. FULL STORY >
Microsoft, Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation and National Geographic offering $100 000 to save the planet
By Ryan Noik 15 July 2019There is up to $100 000 (approx. R1.4 million) support being offered to those working on an artificial intelligence solution that is aimed to facilitating a sustainable future this month. FULL STORY >
Flickr goes back to basics - no more 1 TB free storage
By Staff Writer 2 November 2018Remember Flickr? Yep, the site that was once the foremost photography sharing site before Instagram came stomping along. If you still have a Flickr account then you better take note of the latest development. FULL STORY >
Opinion - What’s really driving Africa’s cyber-security workforce shortage?
By Opinion 9 July 2018A lack of skilled resources is not the only factor behind the cyber-security workforce shortage, says Rick Rogers, Area Manager for Africa at Check Point Technologies FULL STORY >
Notification - You are all caught up with Instagram
By Staff Writer 5 July 2018With Instagram recently crossing the one billion user mark, it’s safe to say there are a lot of people checking out photos. FULL STORY >
Instagram hits one billion, launches video service
By Staff Writer 22 June 2018One billion active monthly users, and a new video service - things are looking good at Instagram. FULL STORY >
Sources say Instagram's video hub could launch on 20 June
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 7 June 2018Following the likes of Facebook Watch and Snapchat Discover, Instagram's pro video hub could be launching later this month. FULL STORY >
Instagram adds mute button to silence irritating followers
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 23 May 2018The long awaited feature is finally coming to Instagram. FULL STORY >
Instagram adds in-app payment functionality
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 4 May 2018A new feature has launched on Instagram, allowing users to make in-app payments, but more intriguingly adds new ways for influencers to sell products. FULL STORY >
SpaceX planning to use giant balloon for retrieving upper stage rockets
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 16 April 2018The new strategy could see SpaceX capable of reusing entire rockets in future. FULL STORY >
You will soon be able to download all your Instagram pics easily
By Staff Writer 12 April 2018A tool, similar to Facebook’s Download your Data, will be coming soon. FULL STORY >
Instagram testing out Nametag code feature
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 10 April 2018The new feature is similar to Snapchat's Friend Codes, and is currently being tested by Instagram insiders. FULL STORY >
Instagram testing notification system for screenshots in Stories
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 12 February 2018Currently being tested out with a small set of users, the Stories screenshot notification is akin to what Snapchat currently employs. FULL STORY >
Elon Musk shows The Boring Company's Flamethrower in action
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 29 January 2018Musk takes to Instagram to show off his latest toy. FULL STORY >
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